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I just love the way the '60s rock stars put themselves together, because they were like dandies and peacocks. They really lived out their fantasies - and dressed their fantasies.

Anna Sui

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Anna Sui
Age: 54
Artist
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Fashion Designer
Detroit
Michigan
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